Citrus-Mint Infused Sparkling Lemonade

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A refreshing sparkling lemonade imbued with fresh mint and a hint of orange zest, perfect for a cooling drink on a warm day. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together fresh lemons, sparkling water, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Cocktails cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Roll and halve 4 medium fresh lemons, then juice them to yield about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice into a pitcher.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar to the lemon juice and stir vigorously until the sugar dissolves completely to create a lemon syrup.
  3. Step 3: Lightly bruise 15 fresh mint leaves by clapping them between your palms to release their aroma, then add them to the lemon syrup along with 1 tsp orange zest.
  4. Step 4: Pour 4 cups of chilled sparkling water into the pitcher and stir gently to combine all flavors.
  5. Step 5: Fill glasses with 1/2 cup ice cubes each, pour the lemonade over the ice, and garnish with additional mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately for a crisp, refreshing imbibing experience.

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